Description
Hokushika Tokusen Akitaryu Honjozo Kimoto is a specially selected honjozo from Hokushika Shuzo in Odate, Akita, brewed using the Akita-style kimoto method in which natural lactic bacteria develop the starter culture slowly without added lactic acid. Made with domestic rice at a 70% polishing ratio, 15% alcohol, and a sake meter value of +4.0, this honjozo delivers a dry, vigorous character with a crisp, clean finish. This expression earned a top award at a 2024 warm sake competition, affirming its well-suited profile for both chilled and heated service.
Specifications
Flavor Profile
Subtle
Aromatic
Light
Full
Estimated from the category and polishing ratio, not a measurement of this bottle.
Sake TypeWhat is Honjozo?
Versatile and food-friendly with a smooth, light character.
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Hokushika Co., Ltd.
Akita
Odate City is the center of the granary area that spreads in the northern part of Akita Prefecture. It is a good rice -producing area, and it is brewed by "Akita Ryuo" which is a traditional manufacturing method in this area suitable for sake brewing where good water springs out.
Est.1944
BrandHokushika
Address2-2-3 Ariura Odate Akita
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